The Downs, Malvern College Prep School
URN: 117002 • Malvern WR13 6EY
Overview
- Name
- The Downs, Malvern College Prep School
- URN
- 117002
- Type
- Other independent school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 37.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Andy Nuttall (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01684544100
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Brockhill Road, Malvern WR13 6EY
Summary
The Downs, Malvern College Prep School is an independent school established in 1900, located on a 55-acre campus in the Malvern Hills. Catering to children aged 6 months to 13 years, the school offers a balanced curriculum with small class sizes and specialist teachers, fostering an environment where pupils feel supported and inspired. The school emphasizes personal growth through a diverse range of co-curricular and extra-curricular activities.
The Downs provides various boarding options, including flexi, weekly, and full boarding, accommodating around 40 of its 204 pupils. The facilities rival those of larger institutions, featuring specialist science labs, art studios, and a state-of-the-art sports complex. The school also promotes environmental awareness through initiatives like its market garden and Forest School.
Recognized as the Small Independent School of the Year 2024, The Downs is committed to cultivating confidence and resilience in its students, preparing them for future challenges. The school is part of the Malvern College Family of Schools, enhancing its community ties and resources.
The Downs provides various boarding options, including flexi, weekly, and full boarding, accommodating around 40 of its 204 pupils. The facilities rival those of larger institutions, featuring specialist science labs, art studios, and a state-of-the-art sports complex. The school also promotes environmental awareness through initiatives like its market garden and Forest School.
Recognized as the Small Independent School of the Year 2024, The Downs is committed to cultivating confidence and resilience in its students, preparing them for future challenges. The school is part of the Malvern College Family of Schools, enhancing its community ties and resources.
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- Governors (governance)
- Malvern College (13-18) (other)
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- Policies (other)
- Term Dates (other)
- Admissions (other)
- International Admissions (other)
- Nursery Admissions (other)
- Parent Hub (other)
- Term Dates and Academic Year Schedule (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Baxhill Preparatory School (45.2)
- Home End School (45.2)
- Madresfield Early Years Centre (45.2)
- St James's School (45.2)
- Malvern College (43.3)
Key details
- LA
- Herefordshire, County of
- Age range
- 0 - 13
- Boarders
- Boarding school
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 280
- Pupils
- 204
- Boys
- 123
- Girls
- 81
- FSM %
- Open date
- 1926-01-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Worcestershire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 204 | 123 | 81 | 280 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 177 | 109 | 68 | 280 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 196 | 107 | 89 | 280 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 196 | 107 | 89 | 280 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 215 | 116 | 99 | 280 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 241 | 131 | 110 | 280 | 0.00 |
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